Project Engineer

Dalkia Engineering – Project Engineer

About us – We are a leading provider of technical, engineering and energy solutions across the UK. We deliver complex projects with precision, innovation and a commitment to safety & sustainability. Our teams work across critical environments, supporting clients in healthcare, industrial, commercial & energy sectors

What you’ll be doing –

• Monitor delivery of the project, identifying risk and opportunities and working with key stakeholders to optimise project delivery.
• Assess the ‘constructability’ of the proposed design and ensure that Design teams produce feasible designs within the required timescales.
• Lead the delivery of construction works, ensuring compliance with all company processes and protocols.
• Review and approve contractor documents as delegated by Project Manager
• Support and develop the supervisory and engineering team, and support project steering groups/cross discipline action groups, as required.
• Perform up front site surveys including liaising with designers.
• Proofread and approves drawings.
• Where appropriate, act as point of contact for site related project issues.
• Act as Test Team Leader where appropriate
• Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm.
• Lead/review accident investigations and carry out periodic Safety and Environmental Tours & risk reviews and implement safety improvement options.
• Manage the implementation of systems and processes for Right First-Time approach.
• Overall ownership of Handover Documentation for Section
• Input and drive of operational target programs to reflect overall construction program.
• Liaise with off-site functions for knowledge sharing and best practice.
• Identify longer term strategic training to support individual development as required.
• Management of subcontractors and advise on commercial aspects / preferred attendances and operational risks to the scheme and mitigation options.
• Support the work winning process by providing technical input.
• Occasional requirement to deputise for the Dalkia Engineering Site Lead

What you’ll bring –

• Practical understanding of services discipline associated with the role this being Electrical & Mechanical building services.
• HNC/HND qualifications in either Electrical or Mechanical discipline (desirable).
• Collaborative working environment experience.
• Experience in the management of a wide range of construction operations, including phasing and contingency planning, together with testing and handover.
• Highly numerate, with strong commercial awareness and good technical knowledge
• Strong leadership and management skills, with a collaborative leadership style:
• Strong work ethic
• Strong decision-making ability.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills Able to provide expert technical knowledge to support work winning.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Dalkia, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to driving innovation and achieving a sustainable energy future. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive regardless of background, identity, or lived experience. We welcome applications from all individuals and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Together, we’re building a culture that reflects the communities we serve and supports the transition to a net-zero world.